Oh, the twists and turns of Hollywood! It seems like the stars were not always aligned for our beloved Gossip Girl cast. Ed Westwick, the suave Chuck Bass himself, was almost not granted entry to the U.S., potentially leaving us without one of the show’s most iconic characters. Talk about a close call!
Attention Upper East Siders, Kristen Bell and Adam Brody have a special connection.
In the fresh Netflix romantic comedy titled “Nobody Wants This“, the pair who portray romantic leads, Noah and Joanne, had not collaborated before, but they share a connection through Leighton Meester, Adam’s spouse, who was previously one of Kristen’s co-stars.
As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but share my thrill when I learned that I had the chance to meet the incredible actress who brought Blair Waldorf to life even before she graced our screens as the ominous voice of Gossip Girl for six seasons. The moment our paths crossed was nothing short of magical!
Kristen mentioned during their interview with Bustle on September 27th that she knew Leighton due to her appearance on Veronica Mars long ago. Leighton was exceptional, and that’s where Kristen first became acquainted with her. They shared many scenes together, which is how Kristen recognizes her. However, they haven’t discussed Gossip Girl much.
As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: Kristen, aged 44, wasn’t on location in the bustling streets of New York City alongside her cast members like Leighton, Chace Crawford, Penn Badgley, Blake Lively, and Ed Westwick. Instead, she found herself in a creative space in Los Angeles, pouring her talents into the project from there.
Kristen gleefully shared that her favorite phrase from the show was “Hey Upper East Siders,” during a conversation with Adam in an October 2 interview for Elle. She enjoyed finding ways to deliver it with maximum sass and sarcastic flair.
Speaking about “The O.C.” star, Adam and his wife’s journey has taken a unique path. Adam and Leighton, who are parents to an 8-year-old daughter named Arlo and a 3-year-old son, started dating in 2013. In a clandestine ceremony in 2014, they became husband and wife. This couple, both of whom gained popularity from shows produced by Josh Schwartz, have mostly kept their relationship private.
Although Leighton has remained silent regarding Kristen’s and Adam’s on-screen chemistry, Kristen’s spouse, Dax Shepard, has endorsed it.
The actress from “Bad Moms” admitted that she found their on-screen chemistry intriguing, remarking, “Wow, that’s intense!” during a recent interview with eTalk. Her husband shared the sentiment, expressing his desire for them to share a kiss while watching the first episode, saying, “I really want you to kiss him now.
Keep reading for juicy Gossip Girl secrets…
It’s hard to imagine how Gossip Girl would have turned out if not for the role of Taylor Momsen. So, it’s surprising to learn that Lily Collins almost played Penn Badgley’s on-screen sister instead. The actress from Emily in Paris revealed that she went through the audition process and expressed her disappointment to Glamour magazine, saying, “I really wanted it.
In a recent conversation on the XOXO podcast (Feb. 2 episode), Ed Westwick shared insights about his professional bond with Leighton Meester, whom fans remember as Blair to his Chuck on Gossip Girl. He expressed, “Working with Leighton was fantastic, and the connection between our characters resonated deeply with viewers. It’s heartwarming and amusing to see how much that relationship means to people.
About his authentic relationship with Leighton, he stated, “She’s extraordinarily gifted. I deeply miss her. We had an amazing rapport, often causing each other to laugh, and I occasionally found myself feeling guardian-like towards her. Yes, she likely helped bring out the best in me.
As a die-hard enthusiast, I can’t help but share that during the initial two seasons of filming, none other than Ed and Chace Crawford (the legendary Nate) shared more than just the screen. Living under one roof truly brought them closer, making their on-screen camaraderie feel even more authentic!
Back in February, Ed shared that Chace and he decided to share living quarters for the first time during the show’s pilot. Chace asked, “Would you consider sharing a room with me?” At that point, I had never lived away from my parents’ home, so I replied casually, “Why not? Sure.
The British actor shared that he received peculiar pictures from someone who had explored various locations and it seemed like shots of a corner where ceiling and floor met. Amused by this, Ed commented, “I guess I thought, ‘Okay, alright. Whatever you say, it looks good!’ So we cohabited for the initial two years.
It’s interesting to know that Jennifer Lawrence tried out for the role of Serena van der Woodsen on Gossip Girl, which eventually went to Blake Lively. This fact was mentioned by casting director David Rapaport during an episode of Jessica Szohr’s podcast on February 2nd. Reflecting on it now, he finds it astonishing that Jennifer Lawrence auditioned for the part.
Discussing the Gossip Girl spinoff focusing on Lily van der Woodsen, former casting director David Rapaport shared some insights. The pilot for this series initially featured Brittany Snow and Krysten Ritter. Interestingly, during the audition process, big names like Dakota Johnson and Rooney Mara were also considered, although they weren’t as well-known at that time.
He told host Jessica Szohr, “And you know who did the best read for that? I’ll tell you, because I think you’re friends with Nina Dobrev, that was one of the best auditions I had ever seen, and for that role specifically.”
David mentioned during the podcast that he had told the network, “She’s an exceptional talent.” Reflecting on the past, he stated, “She doesn’t resemble Kelly Rutherford as she was meant to portray a younger version of her. It seems challenging to find someone for that role, but she deserves attention and you should consider creating roles for her. I remember thinking then, ‘I’ll regret this if I don’t follow up on this girl in the future. She was amazing!’
On the XOXO podcast on February 2nd, Ed mentioned that Chuck Bass’s character was initially intended to have a recurring role, appearing only in a limited number of episodes.
The actor expressed gratitude that the tycoon took a larger role in the program. Regarding his audition experience, he mentioned that he managed to bypass one aspect of testing since he didn’t need to test like a regular series cast member. Instead, he only had to complete two auditions and a screen test, but he never needed to test for network approval.
Was this an instance where they first met in a charming and memorable way, similar to what is often portrayed in movies? Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage recognized that they had discovered Vanessa Abrams when Adam Brody, who they had collaborated with on The O.C., introduced Jessica Szohr as his guest at a Fourth of July pool party.
In one episode of “XOXO with Jessica Szohr“, Stephanie shared that she and Josh quickly searched for information about Jessica on Google, as they weren’t yet carrying iPhones at the time, to verify if she was indeed an actress.
Fortunately for the pair, she is!
As stated by Josh, the process of having Ed Westwick join the series was quite a complex matter. Interestingly enough, the English actor had originally tried out for the part of Nate Archibald and ended up losing it to Chace Crawford. Furthermore, the role that eventually became Chuck Bass was almost given to someone else initially as well.
On the XOXO with Jessica Szohr podcast, Josh mentioned that he was selected for the role of Chuck but couldn’t obtain his visa in time to film in the U.S., as he is a British citizen. The network put pressure on him to replace the character due to this delay.
As we approached the pilot’s commencement, they cautioned us, “You guys should decide who your alternate Chuck will be since we’re not confident this will go as planned,” Josh recollected. However, our response was, “There isn’t an alternate Chuck. It’s Ed.
The network was patiently waiting for Ed’s visa approval, as Josh and Stephanie, his co-creators, were determined that he would portray Chuck.
During his auditions for the role of Dan Humphrey, Penn Badgley sported long hair that Josh and Stephanie described as similar to a snowboarder’s. Interestingly, when he started filming, he cut off most of his hair unexpectedly on the first day, leaving the production team and network executives in awe.
Josh reminisced, “Everyone exclaimed, ‘What’s going on? He shaved his head!’ But as soon as they laid eyes on the fresh cut, there was a unanimous agreement: ‘Wow, he really pulls it off.’
Initially, Kristen Bell was chosen for the role of Gossip Girl’s voice, but Christina Ricci and Selma Blair were also under consideration. Stephanie, who was the executive producer, revealed this. After the cancellation of Veronica Mars, where Kristen did voiceover work as the main character’s narrator, she secured the part.
The creators considered the final scene of the pilot, where Blair (Leighton) and Chuck (Ed) watch as the Humphreys depart a gathering with Serena (Blake), as the beginning of the famous romantic duo’s storyline.
In Josh’s words, “They had an instant, undeniable connection that was both tangible and enjoyable,” he explained about the moment. “This is where I felt it most strongly for the first time.
Stephanie commented, “Watching it felt like an enlightening experience.” She went on to compare it to the novel “Dangerous Liaisons,” saying, “It’s just like Valmont and Merteuil – they have feelings for each other yet harbor deep-seated animosity. They devise plots together. That story was simply captivating.
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2024-10-03 22:26